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In this exciting episode the guys have a special guest, cover some listener feedback, and have some fun with race car audio to support Rich's comment about the sound of the Ford GT race car.  The guys also welcome Steve and Tytis as two new members to the Riders of Loud Pipes! and thank them for their support.Also, it's contest time, see bottom of this post for detailsLegUp Landin GearThe guys sit down and chat with Pete Giarrusso from Pete G's Chopper Design Services. The LegUp Landin Gear systemInterview partly inspired by listener feedback.  Thomas writes that he was having trouble holding up his Electra Glide at low speeds and while he is considering a trike, was looking for alternatives.  He is also looking at Spyder's after hearing of Jon's enjoyment of his RSS.  Harley has new bike - Street BobU-Turn:Feedback from Walter that we started to talk about IMSA.  He also mentioned that this could be the last year of Corvettes and that Cadillac would be entering next year on

In this latest installment of the Loud Pipes! Motorcycle Podcast the guys talk about motorcycles from the EICMA show in Milan Italy.  There were so many motorcycles revealed at EICMA that we only picked a few that we feel are the most interesting.Before getting down to business - we would like to take a moment to thank all the veterans that have served our country over the past 240 years.Quick Store update - we had a request for hi-viz shirts, so we had our graphic department work on the request and now have orange and green short/long sleeve shirts.  Also the logo was changed from white/red to gray/black.  So please check out the LoudPipes store.EICMA 2016:Ducati Multistrada 950 and pricing detailsDucati 1299 Superleggera (Very limited edition - 500)Also check out the BMW HP4 Race launch video for more carbon fiber goodnessScramblers - Cafe Race and Desert SledMoto Guzzi V7 III and 50th anniversary of V7Triumph Street ScramblerHonda CB1100TR Flat-Tracker ConceptZero - They are g

This week the guys talk about riding some Moto Guzzi motorcycles again and catch up on a few news related topics. Chit ChatThe Loud Pipes store is now open!Barber Vintage Museum video is now available on YouTubeEdward Lake is 500th person to like us on Facebook!Two Moto Guzzi quick spinsGriso 8V SE (we mentioned engine on California is a 1200, which is incorrect it is 1400cc)V9 RoamerOther topics:Victory starts a bike build off titled operation OctaneNew Triumph BobberSena 30kJack Daniels Indian Chief Vintage sold for $150,000 at auctionThe garageWe are bringing back the garage segment, but this time not to talk about maintenance items, Rich is going to build a custom bike! Support the show and receive rewards for your contribution by visiting loudpipes.net/donate.  Patreon is our focus and is an ongoing support model.  There is also a link for one time donations and support of any size is greatly appreciated.Running time:  1 hour 26 minutesQuestions or comments: feedba

In this latest installment of the Loud Pipes! show, the boys are joined once again by The Fashionista who has an Iron Butt.  We get a first hand report from Deb Gasque about her first attendance at the AIMExpo 2016.AIMExpoFor the past four years, held at the Orange County Convention center in Orlando, FL and Deb called it Disney World for the motorcycle community.Entry level bike from Benelli the 302R.  Pricing is set at $4,400 and has a Moto Guzzi feel to the lookYamaha YZF-R6 retails for $12,200 and will be available March 2017.  The new model will have 6 mode traction control, ABS, aluminum tank, and a magnesium sub-frame.BMW RnineT - Micah one of the Riders for LoudPipes wanted to get Deb's input on this bike.Yamaha SCR950 - Add another bike to add the current scrambler crazeSuzuki GSX-R1000 and GSX-R1000R - All new for 2017 and they have huge cans!Suzuki GSX-R750 - had issues getting approval in all states, but is now 50 state approvedSuzuki V-Strom 650 and 1000 updatesFavor

The guys recap their 2016 trip to the Barber Vintage Festival including the ride home and activities from the last day of the festival.  Vintage Festival Day 3Interview with Lee Conn, President of Motus Motorcycles to update changes for 2017, thoughts on the festival, and more.  Previously in episode 56, Rich got his first taste of the Motus MSTEpisode 20 was our first introduction to Motus after Rico toured the factoryQuick update from Brian Case, Vice President of Motus Motorcycles and Head of DesignRico rides the Motus MST and MSTR with Lee Conn just outside the Barber Motorsports complexRide home from Birmingham to Atlanta area set us up nicely for completing the trip homeWe want to give thanks to some great people we met at BarberGuys at the beer stand from Five Star Event Catering for handing out some additional cooziesKen Ciocci (apologies, we said Mike during the recording) from Spectro Oils for helping Jon with his Spyder leak.  Please check them out, great people and some fi

Day 2 of the 2016 Barber Vintage Motorcycle Festival and this was a working day (show promotion), but we had a great time and are joined by a guest to recap the events from today.More pictures coming soon as we are gathering all the content from this event. Help keep the show AD free and receive rewards for your contribution by visiting loudpipes.net/donate.  Patreon is our focus and is an ongoing support model.  There is also a link for one time donations and support of any size is greatly appreciated.Running time:  23 minutes 45 secondsQuestions or comments: feedback@rdubstudios.com or the Feedback page

The guys talk about their experience at the first day of the 2016 Barber Vintage Festival.  Before getting to the festival chat, we talk about how Rico took a nice older lady out for a evening ride on the Roadmaster.On to the Festival:The guys talk about taking a few laps around Barber Motorsports ParkMeeting The Fashionista who has an Iron ButtThe Barber Museum - all can say is WOWMeeting up with Kevin from the Throttled PodcastHelp keep the show AD free and receive rewards for your contribution by visitingloudpipes.net/donate.  Patreon is our focus and is an ongoing support model.  There is also a link for one time donations and support of any size is greatly appreciated.Running time:  1 hour 07 minutes 20 secondsQuestions or comments: feedback@rdubstudios.com or the Feedback page

We made it to Birmingham Alabama in preparation for the 12th Annual Vintage Motorcycle Festival at Barber Motorsports Park.  We covered 425 miles from Charlotte today and even though we were tired, we put together some conversation of today's ride and activities. Help keep the show AD free and receive rewards for your contribution by visiting loudpipes.net/donate.  Patreon is our focus and is an ongoing support model.  There is also a link for one time donations and support of any size is greatly appreciated.Running time:  43 minutes 56 secondsQuestions or comments: feedback@rdubstudios.com or the Feedback page

In this installment of Loud Pipes! the guys have a little food chat, talk about Jon visiting the Ray Price Capital City Bike Fest, flat track racing, and a few other items. Food Items:Rico was eating some chicken wings, which turned into a great place to each chicken and waffles in Atlanta - Glady's Knights' Chicken & WafflesJon asked what is better - Dunkin' Donuts or Krispy Kreme.  This came about due to Jon's wife listened to a podcast (we got this) and what they said was the better donuts.Jon Visiting the Ray Price Capital City Bike Fest - This was over the weekend of September 24th and held in downtown Raleigh, NC.  There was about 8 blocks of downtown closed off for the festival along with events happening at the Ray Price Harley-Davidson dealership.  There was a lot of different events happening during the festival which included - public bike show, live bike build, live shows, Drift Trike Exhibition,  live stereo build, parades and rides, pin-up contest, and much more.Here

In this episode of Loud Pipes! the guys circle back and talk about the new Milwaukee Eight.  But unlike episode 55 where we talk about news articles about the engine, we - well Rich got a first hand impression.  The guys also talk about the Harley and the Davidson's series on the Discovery channel.Patreon UpdateWe have made some reward changes.  Our private social network perk has moved to the $5 level and we grandfathered anyone that was supporting at the $1 level.  We also have been working on our Barber Shop reward.  Please check out our patreon page for details on all our rewards.Milwaukee Eight - first ride impression2017 Harley-Davidson Ultra LimitedTwin cooled 107 cu in Milwaukee EightMatte grey and blackDyna Low Rider SScreamin Eagle 110 cu in twin camRubber mountedOther topicsTesla announces a new model S -  P100D:Can do 0-60 MPH in 2.5 secondsHas a range of 315 milesIts the 3rd fastest accelerating production carU-Turn:Harley-Davidson 2017 Lineup Changes:Models disconti

This is a special episode as it marks the 2nd anniversary of Loud Pipes!  Also this date is import in American history as it marks the 15th anniversary since 9/11, so the guys take a moment to remember all the lives lost on this day.Tonight the guys are going to give updates on past guest that have been on the show as well as some special guests calling into the show.Smith from Mortons custom cycleAlex Crookes from EatSleepRIDE - No major update on app, but they are heading to the "Tail of the Dragon"Lee Conn from MotusRecent appearance on Jay Leno's garageRichard Janis MotorcyclesDiscovery days coming up in SeptemberLooking forward to seeing them at Barber againNeville Lee 2 wheels 1 causeMatthew WilliamsNo major moto vlogging update.  He has fixed the Manga from issues on June mountain ride. Jim May - Mathews Fun MachinesFlying Fortress is in and they have a demo bike, stop by and take it for a rideCharlie Hearn - Motorcycle of CharlotteBMW has a Scrambler coming out soonBMW has a 310R coming

We have another great episode for you.  Rich and Jon had a pre-interview with a person that has some vintage bikes and plan to have a future show to talk about all their bikes.  While Rich was visiting Jon in Raleigh, they went to Garcia Moto Motorcycle Dealership and Rich got to test ride two sport touring bikes.Motorcycle Podcasters Challenge has been completed.  After a long month of riding, the team that won the very cool trophy was the Throttled Podcast (Kevin and Larry).  Check out youtube video of Rich and Jon awarding the trophy. Test RidesDucati Multistrada 1200sMotus MST

The winner of the challenge is....You'll have to listen to find out or checkout the YouTube video where we revealed the trophy.  This was great fun recording with most of the challenge participants and congrats again to... you know what to do.  Be sure to signup for the newsletter for updates on future challenges MotorcyclePodcastersChallenge.comFinal Results Team Points Behind Throttled 212.5 Loud Pipes! 182 -30.5 Motorcycle Men 38 -144 Rider Miles Points Kevin 2778 220 Larry 2709 205 Jon 2573 203 Rich 1688 161 Ted 642 58 Chris 641 42 Tim 164 14

In this episode the guys talk about rides taken during the past week.  Rich was able to attend bike night at Cycle Gear in Matthews, NC.  Rich was joined by one of our newest Patrons captainmicahp.  After bike night he and Rich took a little spin to OMB.Guys give a little update on the Motorcycle Podcasters Challenge.  The throttled podcast team has turn up the wick this past week and have almost made Loud Pipes mathematically out of the challenge.  Jon has picked up the plates for the trophy, so it all completed.  Please make sure you join us Wednesday August 31st at 9pm for a live steam of the trophy award show.  We will also post photo of trophy at this time as well.Rich talked about his troubles with getting the brake bled on Rico's R6.  Rich was unable to use bleeder tool he picked, so he went old school.  Rico gave him advice on how to make it easier.The guys talk about the new Harley-Davidson Engine - Milwaukee Eight.What would the president ride.  This

Rico is in the house for Ep54 and we get all excited about a peek at the Moto Guzzi MGX-21 Flying Fortress in person, plus an update on MPC, and some news.MOTORCYCLE PODCASTERS CHALLENGE UPDATEFollow the story on ESR for daily points updatesUpdate on points through halfway point (Throttled still leads over Loud Pipes!)Announcement of the winner will be done via live stream August 31st 9:30pm ETThe teams will also meet post-challenge roundtable style to recap and discuss possible changes for the next challengeIf you have ideas or thoughts on the challenge: feedback@rdubstudios.com or the Feedback pageMotto Guzzi MGX-21 Flying FortressRich got a peek at a fresh delivery at Matthews Fun MachinesStunning level of detail and carbon fiber does not translate well in pictures. 

Rico joins us during this episode to give an update on his move and we talk mostly about our riding experience during the Motorcycle Podcasters Challenge. Jon joined the Motorcycle Men for Season 2 episode 33 MOTORCYCLE PODCASTERS CHALLENGE UPDATEFollow the story on ESR for daily points updatesUpdate on points through halfway point (Throttled leads by 11 points over Loud Pipes!)We discuss some possible changes coming in the next challenge likely in May 2017We always encourage people to ride within their limits, stay hydrated, and watch for signs of heat related issuesSport Ryder Rentals, Dallas, Texas area - Rich planned to rent from here, but just didn't work outOther TopicsRico looking at Amsoil for his Roadmaster to help with heatAlso doing a little bike shopping by way of a CSC CX3 Adventure.  Rico on a 250?!EVENTS:Upcoming events that one or more Loud Pipes! members plan on attending: 12th Annual Barber Vintage Festival (October 7th-9th, 2016)   Help keep the show AD fr

Motorcycle Podcasters Challenge updateFollow the story on ESR for daily points updatesUpdate on rides through challenge day 4:Rich is making daily posts about it on ESR (follow @macdracer)Starting to feel like a chore to Jon, so he's going to change his perspective What Motorcycle Would the President Ride? Interesting topic that grew out of our Patreon Slack group.  Since we are electing a new President this year, we considered what motorcycle would the current President and past Presidents ride?Rich: President: Indian Bagger, First Lady: Harley Low RiderJon:  President: Honda Goldwing, First Lady: SportbikeAaron: President: BMW touring, First Lady: HarleyWe are looking for your feedback, let us know your thoughts.  Based on the amount of feedback received, we may or may not continue this process going back through prior PresidentsTouring is a mindset:Inspired by Dr. Clint Ackerman and his US tour this year on a 1993 Suzuki Intruder 1400 EVENTS:Upcoming events that

Motorcycle Podcasters Challenge starts Monday August 1, 2016Follow the post on EatSleepRIDE for daily updatesTOPICSYamaha FJ-09 ride reviewCheck out the ride review video on YouTubeVisit Matthews Fun Machines to purchase an FJ-09 or other motorcycle, great people there, super friendly and chat with Jim May about Guzzi while you are there!Rich also joined Kevin on the Throttled Podcast as a guest for episode 40Indian Touring bikes get a touchscreenNew motorcycle lineup from Victory for 2017Some rumors starting to swirl of new engine from Harley, Revzilla has the scoopRich received a paper Dyna Low Rider S model in the mail from Harley to build and it’s very cool and realistic!  Pictures/video coming soonSkully has ceased operationsEVENTS:Upcoming events that one or more Loud Pipes! members plan on attending: Flat Track racing at Charlotte Motor Speedway (July 30th, 2016)Harley Davidson Demo Rides at Charlotte Motor Speedway12th Annual Barber Vintage Festival (October 7th-9th, 2016)  &n

We celebrated a little by recording episode 50 live at JR Cigar in Mooresville, NC and hosted our second Biker Roundtable.  Thanks to those that joined us on the live stream and chat.  We plan to do more live streaming on a regular basis, so check out LouPipes.net/live for more details.  Bikers RoundtableA group of Moto-Vloggers (listed below) made a return trip to Tellico Plains, TN.  Check out the guys below for all the video from the adventure.Cruiser BrewserAmp'd MotoBacon's Broken BitsNC StoneyWolf's WorldMatthew WilliamsSome great roads were ridden while on this trip including; Tail of The Dragon, Cherohala Skyway,  and The Hellbender 28 (Part of Moonshiner).  These roads are ranked in top 4 of best routes in North Carolina per motorcycleroads.com.  The crew again stayed in Tellico Plains, TN at Hunts Lodge which is a great place for motorcycle rider.   The owner of the campground had a Manga V-65 so Matthew Williams had a nice chat with her.  On the way back

The boys are back...  After wrapping up our interviews from Atlanta we are back to our normal show format.  The guys talk about the Motorcycle Podcasters Challenge, the first Loud Pipes Ride, Road Hogs III ride, Atlanta trip recap, and some news.Motorcycle Podcasters Challenge: We are going to have a little challenge between the Motorcycle Men, Throttled, and Loud Pipes.  The goal of this challenge is to encourage riding on a consistent bases and will award the podcast team that averages the most points over the month of August.  To help with the challenge the team at EatSleepRIDE will provide ride data and we'll be posting our progress on the ESR platform.  You can follow via the challenge web site or EastSleepRIDE.First Loud Pipes Ride:  The guys joined up on June 24th and took a little ride from Blacksburg, SC to Little Switzerland, NA and back to Charlotte, NC.  This was a nice 300 mile trip that included the Diamonback (NC 226a).  Plan was to do the